Deck 15: Rape and Other Sex Crimes

Question 1

The authors cite a high level of compassion and skill as one of the most important requirements in ________ victims, witnesses, and even offenders who are involved in sex-related offenses.

A) interviewing
B) prosecuting
C) medically examining
D) arresting
E) none of the above

Answer 1

A

Question 2

According to statistics noted in the text, approximately __________rapes are committed by someone known to the victim.

A) 7 out of 10
B) 8 out of 10
C) 9 out of 10
D) 6 out of 10
E) 5 out of 10

Answer 2

A

Question 3

According to the authors, the most serious sex-connected crime from the perception of the public is

A) sexual abuse of a young child
B) forcible rape or sodomy, coupled with murder
C) sodomy
D) forcible rape of another person
E) none of the above

Answer 3

B

Question 4

The authors state that, in developing a physical description of the offender, the investigator should make every effort to have the victim identify distinguishing marks or characteristics, particularly those that are

A) normally not visible
B) easily visible and identifiable
C) unique in size and shape
D) difficult to conceal from view
E) all of the above

Question 5

According to the authors, consent is a common defense against rape; therefore, care must be taken to determine the ____________ of the victim when the crime was committed.

A) past experience
B) mind-set
C) physical condition
D) legal age
E) occupation

Question 6

According to the authors, the follow-up interview of a rape victim should be in a setting that is

A) suitable to the investigator
B) located inside the police department
C) available to all parties
D) well-lit and handicap accessible
E) comfortable for the victim

Question 7

It is recommended that the preliminary interview of a rape victim be

A) held at the police station
B) performed with family members present
C) conducted in private, preferably with an impartial observer such as a nurse or female officer
D) done by an inexperienced police officer who will take care to be supportive and understanding
E) all of the above

Question 8

According to the text, in practice, it is critical that the first officer to arrive at the scene of a rape

A) conducts a preliminary interview of the victim, if possible
B) locates and apprehends the suspect
C) collects all physical evidence immediately
D) notifies the sex-crimes investigator
E) none of the above

Question 9

Interviewing children who have been sexually assaulted requires great sensitivity and, unless there is an immediate necessity, these interviews should be conducted with the assistance of

A) medical doctors
B) family members
C) school teachers
D) trained professionals
E) none of the above

Question 10

The authors cite the crime scene and the ___________________ as being important to the initial phase of the investigation of sex-related offenses.

A) victim
B) collection of physical evidence
C) physical condition of the victim
D) interview of the victim and witnesses
E) none of the above

Question 11

The authors state that the use of force during sex-related offenses can be established through the

A) testimony of the victim
B) corroboration of witnesses
C) recovery of weapons or materials used to restrain the victim
D) statements of the offender
E) testimony of the physician

Question 12

A computerized record system may be beneficial to the criminal investigator in identifying possible suspects based on

A) physical description, prior arrests, or the offender's modus operandi
B) the sophistication of the computerized system
C) the information obtained from the victim
D) reliability of the computerized information
E) updated entry of mug shots

Question 13

The __________________ is based on the theory that an individual displays unique characteristics in personality, crime scene behavior, and MO.

A) nonviolent criminal profile
B) FBI's Behavioral Sciences Unit
C) analysis of violent crime
D) management of criminal investigations
E) rape offender profile

Question 14

Research indicates that the individual who rapes children is likely to come from a

A) disadvantaged background
B) physically abusive family
C) single-parent home
D) sexually abusive family
E) none of the above

Question 15

The nature of proof in sex offenses, unlike most other crimes, traditionally has required some corroboration other than the victim's testimony.

Question 16

According to victimization surveys, a large percentage of rapes are reported to law enforcement agencies.

Question 17

Based on statistics, women who are divorced or separated are victims of rape less often than those who have never married.

Question 18

The concept of mutual consent involving sexual activity is well defined in the law of each jurisdiction.

Question 19

Because there might not be any other witnesses, it is necessary to establish an evidentiary link between the perpetrator and the victim of a rape that will serve to corroborate the victim's allegation.

Question 20

During the preliminary interview of a rape victim, confusion, disorientation, or fear may create inconsistencies in the statements of the victim.

Question 21

According to the authors, the more information the police have concerning the events surrounding a rape, the greater the likelihood that the case may not have to go to trial.

Question 22

Continuous and repeated interviewing of a rape victim by a criminal investigator is considered beneficial to the victim's psychological recovery.

Question 23

Physical evidence often helps to establish the credibility of the victim and may be used to negate or support an offender's contentions.

Question 24

Although a profile of an offender provides information that can be useful to an investigator, it is not beneficial in reducing or narrowing the range of potential suspects.